An inquiry into the death of a haulier at his operating centre in Scotland is due to commence later this year.

The family of a company director who was killed by a reversing lorry is now taking legal action against his employer in order to secure their financial future.

Rising business costs drove a surprise increase in inflation in July - and haulage firms remain concerned about what will be unveiled in the autumn Budget, according to the RHA.

Fraikin has promoted John Cunningham to chief operating officer and appointed Craig Douglas as its chief financial and transformation officer - a new role within the business.